Lead Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) / Veterinary Assistant

Associated Veterinary Partners • Owosso, MI

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About The Position

The Lead Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) / Veterinary Assistant supports the Practice Manager and Pinecrest leadership with day-to-day hospital operations. The role works with leadership to improve hospital efficiency and workflow, supports scheduling and labor management, helps maintain DEA and OSHA compliance, and assists with inventory management. It also helps the Practice Manager train and coach support staff. The position represents Pinecrest’s core values of Compassion, Advocacy, and Teamwork. All clinical tasks are performed under veterinarian supervision and as permitted by Michigan’s veterinary practice act.

This is a full-time position of 38 to 40 hours per week with open availability, including rotating Saturdays, and two closing shifts per week. The role requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for eight or more hours, and restrain animals.

Requirements

• Minimum of two years of experience in a lead role.
• Strong technical skills suited to a busy three-doctor practice.
• Experience monitoring anesthesia.
• Current Michigan Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) license for LVT candidates.
• Strong communication skills with clients and team members.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for eight or more hours, and restrain animals.
• Open availability, including rotating Saturdays, and ability to work two closing shifts per week.

Responsibilities

• Support the Practice Manager and Pinecrest leadership in day-to-day hospital operations.
• Work with leadership to improve hospital efficiency and workflow.
• Support the Practice Manager with scheduling and labor management.
• Help maintain DEA and OSHA compliance in the hospital.
• Assist with inventory management.
• Help the Practice Manager train and coach support staff.
• Represent Pinecrest’s core values of Compassion, Advocacy, and Teamwork.
• Perform clinical tasks under veterinarian supervision and as permitted by Michigan’s veterinary practice act.

Benefits

• 401(k) with match
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee pet care discount
• CE credits
• Flexible scheduling
• Paid yearly licensure

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed